What Foods Are Good For Your Teeth

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What Foods Are Good For Your Teeth?
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Regular Brushing and Flossing

• Most of the time, we think that regular brushing
  and flossing is good enough to help keep our
  teeth and gums healthy. That may be true to some
  degree but we need to add to it.
• The foods that we eat contribute a lot to the
  well being of our teeth and gums. Certain foods
  can help promote good oral health and help boost
  our body's immune system.

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• Here are some tips to help you choose the foods
  are good for your teeth

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Cheese

• Cheese is a dairy product made from milk,
  produced in a variety of flavours, shapes and
  textures. It is among the richest dietary sources
  of calcium, which plays an essential role in bone
  health. It is also highly nutritious and very
  rich in vitamins and minerals.
• Based on a recent research published in the
  journal General Dentistry, it was reported that
  teens who ate cheddar cheese had lower acid
  levels in their mouths than those who ate
  sugar-free yogurt or drank a glass of milk. The
  research showed that cheese can help neutralize
  the plaque acid that are present in your teeth
  and mouth.

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Raisins

• Raisins are produced when grapes are dehydrated,
  the nutrients become more concentrated thus
  making a handful of raisins a good snack rich in
  B vitamins, iron and potassium. Besides those
  nutrients, raisins are also a good source of
  carbohydrates for energy.
• Raisins are a good source of phytochemicals,
  which may help kill cavity-causing plaque
  bacteria. It is also naturally sweet and does not
  contain table sugar which helps bacteria stick to
  the tooth and then later on produce plaque. Some
  compounds in raisins may also affect the growth
  of bacteria associated with gum disease.

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Leafy Greens

• Leafy greens are foods that are high in calcium
  which are good for the bone. Leafy greens are
  also good in reducing the risk of cancer and
  heart disease since they are low in fat, high in
  dietary fiber, and rich in folic acid, vitamin C,
  potassium and magnesium. They also containing a
  number of phytochemicals.

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Cranberries

• Contain polyphenols which may keep plaque from
  sticking to teeth, thus lowering the risk of
  cavities. Cranberries are at the top of the list
  of healthy foods due to their high nutrient and
  antioxidant content and are often referred to as
  a "super food".
• Aside from helping in your dental health,
  cranberries may also reduce the risk of
  cardiovascular disease by preventing platelet
  build-up and reducing blood pressure via
  anti-inflammatory mechanisms.

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Fish

• Fish are a good source of phosphorous which can
  help keep your tooth enamel strong and healthy.
  Fish is also loaded with various important
  nutrients, such as protein and vitamin D. It is
  also the world's best source of omega-3 fatty
  acids, which are incredibly important for your
  body and brain.

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• Those are foods that are good for your teeth. By
  eating these nutritious foods not only will you
  help keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will
  also boost your body's immune system.
• The next time you shop at your grocery store,
  pick these nutritious foods and help keep your
  teeth healthy.
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